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Forum of Regulators Celebrates 100th Meeting and 21 Years of Service

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11 May 2026

The Forum of Regulators conducted its 100th meeting at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, celebrating over two decades of contributions to India's power sector by serving as a statutory platform for Central and State electricity regulatory commissions. Established in 2005, the forum has been pivotal in coordinating and enhancing regulatory practices. This milestone event highlighted significant achievements and future aspirations in the power sector with distinguished guests including Dr. P. K. Mishra and Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran.

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Indian Coast Guard Hosts Girder Laying Ceremony for Indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles in Goa

On May 11, 2026, the Indian Coast Guard conducted a Girder Laying Ceremony for the 4th, 5th, and 6th Air Cushion Vehicles at Chowgule Shipyard in Goa. These vehicles are part of the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, featuring 50% indigenous materials. The contract with Chowgule & Company Private Limited

New Train Services Launched and Expanded in Uttar Pradesh

Union Minister for Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, has flagged off the new Dohrighat-Aunrihar Passenger Train, enhancing connectivity in Uttar Pradesh's Purvanchal region. The service will soon extend to Varanasi, providing affordable and safe travel options. Additionally, a new express train connecting Purvanchal to Delhi is in the works.

ICMR and ICAR Launch 'SEHAT' for Health and Nutrition Convergence

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) have launched 'SEHAT', a mission-mode program to integrate agriculture, nutrition, and health. This initiative, unveiled by Union Ministers Jagat Prakash Nadda and Shivraj Singh Chouhan, aims to shift India's healthcare strategy

Atal Innovation Mission Hosts AIM Sumvaad in Central India to Boost Incubation Network

NITI Aayog's Atal Innovation Mission successfully organized the AIM Sumvaad event in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. This event aimed to enhance collaboration between state and central bodies, build a strong network of regional incubators, and foster partnerships in the innovation ecosystem. Accompanied by government, industry, and academia stakeholders, the

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Indian Coast Guard Hosts Girder Laying Ceremony for Indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles in Goa

New Train Services Launched and Expanded in Uttar Pradesh

ICMR and ICAR Launch 'SEHAT' for Health and Nutrition Convergence

Atal Innovation Mission Hosts AIM Sumvaad in Central India to Boost Incubation Network